Instructions
Congratulations on your purchase of the Mamiya 645 PRO TL
Mamiya pioneered the 6 x 4.5 film format and introduced the world’s first 645
SLR in 1975. The 645 PRO TL is the latest masterpiece in this series and
Incorporates all the latest mechanical, electronic and optical advances. Its
external appearance, too, has been modernized and its ergonomic design
further enhanced.
We are
sure
that you will enjoy the many advantages this camera and its
accessories offer and want to particularly mention :
The 645 PRO TL has a built-in self-timer (delayed shutter release) which will
also facilitate time exposures. Attaching special leaf shutter lenses will
automatically set the focal plane shutter to 1/8 sec. Heavy duty gears connect
to the improved Power Drive Grip
WG401,
This grip also automatically cocks
the leaf shutter lenses and permits remote control.
The AE Prism Finder
exposure and shows LED safety signals. 35mm film holders now
panoramic adapters. A super fast 300mm
FE401,
specially created for this camera, automates
f/2.8
APO lens was also designed
come
with
for this camera.
We are
designed it for
convinced
heavy
that your camera will serve you well, because we have
professional use. However, we ask you to please read all
operating instructions carefully before you put your equipment to work, in
order to ensure proper operation and maximum results
This manual covers the basic
camera.
Separate instructions
are supplied with all system
accessories,
including lenses,
finders, film holders, etc.
For additional information
please feel
free to contact your
authorized Mamiya dealer or
the Mamiya importer in your
country.
Contents
Special Features of the Mamiya 645 PRO TL
Names and Functions of Parts
Attaching andRemovingLenses
Attaching and Removing the Roll Film Holders. 11
Attaching and Removing the Viewfinder
Removing and Attaching the Film Advance
Crank
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Insertingthe
BatteryCheck
Shutter Release Selector......................................
Shutter Performance Test....................................
Before Film Loading
FilmLoading
Advancing the Film to the First Frame..
Shutter Speed Settings.........................................
ApertureRing/Stop-down
Focusing
Battery
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DepthofField
Film Advance and Unloading Exposed Film
Using the Self-timer/Delayed Shutter Release..
Time
Exposures
MultipleExposures
MirrorLock-up
Infrared Photography..
Using a Tripod
Flash
Photography..
Holding the Camera Steady and Securely..
Attaching and Removing the Neck Strap..
Basic Accessories
SystemChart
Trouble Shooting
Mamiya 645
ThingstoWatch
Common Sense Camera Care and Practice
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Special Features of the Mamiya 645 PRO TL
Image Area about 3X larger than 35mm
1.
Format
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Bigger is better --
The
6X4.5cm
and therefore produces far superior results. It is large
enough to be viewed without magnifier and its aspect
ratio of about 1.25 (long side :
standard 8 x 10 inch “ideal format”, the most popular in
photography and industrial use. It requires minimum
cropping and gives maximum film utilization. (15 or 30
exposures on 120 or 220 film respectively)
2.
Body
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Built for professional
Mamiya pioneered the 645 SLR camera system in 1975
to create medium format image quality with 35mm
handling ease. New models have periodically followed
over the years to keep in step with mechanical, optical
and electronic advances
image size is about
Rugged, Versatile and Reliable Camera
3x larger than 35mm
short
side)
matches
use
--
the
Interchangeable Rollfilm Holder System
3.
-120, 220, 35mm,
Permits quick film change, even in mid-roll. Many fail
safe features prevent accidental exposures or film waste.
35mm
Panoramic and
Polaroid --
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Interchangeable Viewfinders
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1. AE Prism Finder FE401
The AE (automatic exposure) Prism Finder FE401
features three modes of TTL metering, including
automatic switching from center-weighted averaging
to spot metering. It also has a
compensation adjustment.
2. AE Finder FK402
Light weight, Keplerian (non prism) AE aperture
priority finder offers an unreversed, upright image
Features telescoping eyepiece with diopter
adjustment from
3. Prism Finder
The Prism Finder
electronics and designed for manual photography
mode. Both Prism Finders show an unreversed,
upright image and are ideal for eyelevel photography.
4. Waist Level Finder N
The Waist level Finder N is desirable for low angle
photograhpy and particularly for horizontal
composition.
+5
to -5.
PF401
PF401
+3EV
exposure
is without metering
A self erecting hood with built-in magnifier shields
groundglass from all ambient light. A built-in
sportsfinder permits eyelevel viewing and is ideal for
action photography.
Interchangeable Focusing Screens
5.
The camera
micro prism screen, useful for most applications. Five
other types, for all specialized requirements, are also
available.
Lenses
6.
Mamiya’s in-house optical engineering and
manufacturing department produces lenses specially
designed for the medium format, of unsurpassable
resolution, contrast and
to 500mm telephoto, plus macro,
these lenses have become the choice of the pros.
comes
with a Type E, bright, split image,
Large Selection of World-Class Mamiya
color
fidelity. From
zoom
24mm Fisheye
and APO lenses,
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. Motorized Power Drive Grips
Two accessory motorized drives, interchangeable with
the manual film advance crank, are incorporated into an
ergonomically designed grips for easy, right handed
camera operation.
Model WG 401 requires 6 AA batteries and features
multiple exposure switch, cable release socket, battery
check and continuous shooting. It also can be used with
leaf shutter
Model WG402, a simplified version, permits only
individual exposures, uses one 6 Volt lithium battery and
is much lighter.
8.
A useful accessory system to serve the specialized
needs of the photographer. It includes Auto Bellows and
Auto Extension Rings for close-up and copying work;
Infrared Remote Control for studio and nature
photography; External Battery Case for operating in cold
surroundings; Camera Grips for convenient holding and
more.
lenses.
A Broad Accessory System
For Specialized Applications
<Self-timer>
Self-timer for delayed shutter release. When activated it
will light a red pilot lamp in the front of the camera for
eight seconds and will blink for two seconds before
triggering the shutter.
<Time
Time exposures are made by utilizing the Self-timer and
the
design switches the battery off and extends is life.
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The light that hits the film surface during exposure is
reflected to a photoreceptor within the camera body
which automatically adjusts the flash output to the
required level.
Exposure>
"B"
shutter setting. A new power saving circuit
TTL (through-the-lens) Flash Exposure
. Automation
.
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<Mirror Lock-up>
After focusing, the mirror can be locked up before
making an exposure. This is convenient when the
camera is used at slow shutter speeds and is mounted
on a tripod for telephotography, copywork, etc.,
since even a very small amount of vibration should
be eliminated.
<Self-timer>
Shutter will be released 10 seconds after shutter
button is pressed.
<Time Exposure>
When making time exposures, the battery circuit is
automatically disconnected, to save battery power.
This is especially useful for
Other Features
astrophotography.
Names and Functions of Parts
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Focusing Screen
Aperture Ring
This pin is fitted into the E
Meter Coupler of the
transmit the aperture dat
AE Prism Finder.
Battery Check Lamp
Focusing Screen Release Pin
When you want to change the
screen, slide this pin to the left
and
remove the screen.
Shutter Release Selector
Align the white index dot on the
selector collar with the white
square dot in the center for normal
use.
When the
the red dot, the release is locked.
To use the
Shutter Release
Mirror
l Never touch the
mirror
Battery Check Button
LED displays the present battery
condition.
N
Coupling
collar
is turned to
Self-timer, set
Button
surface
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it to
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of the
13 Gold Plated Contacts
These contacts interface the AE
Prism Finder with the
the film holder and the shutter
speeds.
Hot-shoe (X contact)
A cordless flash can be used with
this shoe.
Flash Sync Terminal
Flash cord and optional Terminal
Adapter
RA401
to this terminal.
left, the contact appears. This
contact is used for connections of
external releases such as a
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tro’ u”it.
6-
Pin Coupling Connector for
dedicated TTL flash
automation. (Such as
SCA396)
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dial on
can be connected
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Finder Coupling Panel (Front)
Finder Coupling Panel (Rear)
This contact receives film sensitivity data from the film holder.
Film Holder Mount
Shutter
Curtain
Exposures
opening and closing the curtain:
a
Never touch the surface of this
curtain.
are
controlled by
Shutter Speed
tl
/
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Release
This
the Shutter Speed Dial from an
AE
Button
button is used for unlocking
position
Dial
Lock
Film Transport Gear
Film Holder Mounting Bracket
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Multiple Exposure Lever
When this lever is set at
film is not advanced even when
the Film Advance Crank is turned,
thus allowing multiple exposures
on the same film frame.
"MULTI",
Tripod Socket
1/4’
tripod
socket.
To
convert
a 3/8’ socket,
remove the small
screw in the base of the socket.
Then remove the bushing. See
page 32.
Distance Scale
The camera to subject distance
can be set or confirmed with this
scale
Lens Alignment Dot
Depth-of-field Scale
Provides a quick reading of depth-
of-field for various
apertures
and
distances.
Exposure Meter Coupler
This coupler is engaged with the
Aperture Ring Coupling Pin, trans-
mitting diaphragm information to
the AE Prism
Finder.
to
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Attaching and Removing Lenses
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Removing the Front Body Cap
and Rear
First remove the Front Body Cap in
the direction of the
ing the Lens Release Button
backwards as indicated by arrow.
Rear Body Protective Cover can be
readily removed by depressing the
part of
tion.
Cover
arrow,
while push-
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as shown in the illustra-
Attaching
Line up red Lens Alignment Dot
against red camera Alignment Dot
and gently insert the lens into the
8
camera body. Then turn the lens
clock wise, as indicated by arrow,
until it clicks into place. Make sure
that the
engaged with the Exposure Meter
Coupling Pin
under the Mamiya name plate of the
camera.
the Lens
Aperture
Ring Coupler Pin is
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which sticks out
Removing the Lens.
While pushing lens release button
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backwards, turn lens counterclockwise. (Same procedure as
removing body cap).
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Attaching and Removing the Roll Film Holder
Removing the Rear Body Cap
Rear Body Protective Cover can be
readily removed by depressing the
part
of 0 as shown in the illustration.
*After removing the rear cap, be
careful not to touch the shutter
blind. This can cause breakage of
shutter.
Attaching the Roll Film Holder
*
Remove the Roll Film Holder
Cover.
1. While spanning the Roll Film Holder
between your thumb and middle finger, holding it on the rubberized finger rests, carefully align its Film
Holder Mounting Bracket with the
corresponding center clip of the camera body.
2. While keeping this alignment, press
the upper part of the Roll Film Holder
against the camera body, so that it
clicks into place by engaging the
spring loaded twin camera catch.
Attaching and Removing the Viewfinder
Removing the Roll Film Holder
1. Insert the Dark slide into the slot
marked by White Lines on the side of
the holder.
2. Push the lower one of the Film
Holder Detaching Lock Release
Button
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downward, while simultaneously pushing the Film Holder
Detaching Button
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If the Dark Slide is not inserted,
the safety lock will prevent the
holder from being removed.
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inward.
Attaching the Finder.
Lift the Upper Cover from the camera
body.
Insert the Attaching Latches of the
finder into the Finder Coupling Panel
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in the front wall of the body. Press
the finder down until the rear latch
locks securely in place.
Removing the Finder
Spanning the finder with your fingers, push the button on its right side
marked with a downward pointing
arrow
pushing the other button, on the left
side
@ 0,
@ @I,
downward, while
inward.
Removing and Attaching the Film Advance Crank
Removing the Crank
Push the lock Lever
in a forward direction as far as it will
go (see illustration).
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on its bottom
Attaching the Crank
With the flat part, having a White
Index Line, on top, line the Crank up
against its mounting plate on the side
of the body and push Film Advance
Crank Lock Lever backward.
You may choose six different crank
starting positions to suit your preference. The orientation of the crank
proper against its base, before it is
attached to the camera, will be main-
tained when the entire assembly is
locked into place.
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Inserting the Battery
The camera will not function without a battery
With your fingernail, pull the Battery
Chamber Cover latch, on the bottom
of the camera body, as indicated by
the arrow in the illustration. Lift the
cover off. The camera requires a
alkaline, silver oxide or lithium battery. It is a good idea to wipe the
battery terminals before insertion to
assure proper contact. Observe
larity. Q
position is marked in battery
cavity. Insert the G side first at a
6V
po-
steep angle and then push entire
battery into place, making sure that
the lift ribbon wraps around battery.
Close cover by inserting twin-prong
end first and pushing it down.
*
Be particularly careful not to let
the lift ribbon cover the c”
nal.
termi-
Batterv Check
Press Battery Check Button “B.C.”
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on lower front of the camera.
Battery Check Lamp @I on top opposite side should light. Bright light indicates good condition. Blinking light
means replace battery. No light
means
battery
is dead or improperly
inserted.
Important:
1. The sealed, new battery which is
supplied with this camera may have
been subject to storage conditions
which have reduced its service life.
Therefore it is desirable to replace it
with a fresh battery as soon as
possible.
2. Carefully wipe the battery contacts
before inserting into the chamber.
Failure to do so may result in poor
electrical contact and consequent
malfunctioning of the camera.
3. Always
camera is not used for a while. Always
carry spare batteries.
4. Battery life differs, depending on
type, age. storage condition, ambient
temperature, frequency Of
remove
battery when
use
etc.
Battery strength will be indicated
by whether the light:
Glows ... Battery stength is
sufficient.
Blinks ... Battery capacity has
dropped below the
allowable level.
(Replace the
battery.)
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Does not light
will
the battery.)
The camera
not work.
(Replace
Shutter Release Selector
For normal operation set the White
Dot of the Shutter Release Selector
(8
against the White Square Dot
0.
When set to the Red Dot 0, the
Release Button is locked.
*
Select this mode if the camera
will be idle for a period and to
prevent accidental shutter release.
Also when the Power Drive Grip is
used.
When set to the yellow clock symbol
ti’
the self-timer is operative. See Film Advance Crank will automatipage 27 and 28 for further instructions.
3. After releasing the shutter, the
cally
unlock and be ready to advance
the film.
Operating the Shutter Release
Button
1. The Shutter Release Button
functions in two steps. Gentle pressure will light the metering information display if the AE Prism Finder is
used. Continued pressure will release
the electromagnetic shutter.
2. If the film is not completely advanced, if the Dark Slide is not withdrawn or if the battery is dead, the
shutter will not function, even when
the Shutter Release Button is
pressed. This will also be the case if
the Shutter Speed Dial is set to
“AEL”
when the AE Prism Finder is
not attached.
“A”
SJ
or
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Shutter Performance Test
1. Attach the Roll Film Holder to the
camera body.
2. Pull out the Dark Slide and place it
into its Storage Slot.
3. Set the Shutter Speed Dial to any
other position than
the AE Prism Finder is not mounted
on the camera, the shutter will not
release if the Shutter Speed Dial is in
the
“A”
or
“AEL”
the film holder is supplied with a
vinyl tube. When placed in the
take-up compartment it engages
the film sensor and makes the
holder function as if it is loaded
with film. Please remove the tube
‘A”or “AEL”.
position,
When
4. Set the Multiple Exposure Lever
on the body to the “MULTI” position.
Before Film Loading
5. Set the Shutter Release Selector
to " 0 " (normal mode), and press the
Shutter Release Button.
6. After the shutter has been released, advance the Film Advance
Crank one complete revolution and
the next frame will be ready.
Film
Speed Index Speed Index
of
film
holderholder
Film Speed
Each film holder has this important
feature. It electronically interfaces the
film holder with the AE Prism Finder,
the focal plane shutter and the lens
diaphragm, for exposure automation.
This eliminates the need of having to
manually reset the meter, every time
you change film holders loaded with
different films. Therefore make it a
routine to always set this dial with the
speed of the loaded film.
IS0
25 50 100 50 100
(32)(40)(32)(40) (64)(80)(64)(80)
(ISO)
Dial
200
400 400
(125)(1601(125)(1601
00
(X0)(320)(X0)(320)
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Memo Clip
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The Memo Clip on the back of the
Roll Film Holder Cover accepts the
box top of the film carton and can
also be used for other reminders.
800 1600 3200800 1600 3200
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64006400
Film Loading
1. While pushing the Back Cover
Lock Release Button
press the Back Cover Opening But-
ton
@;:,
and the Back Cover will
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downward,
open.
2. While squeezing in on both sides
of the Release Latch
Film Insert
that time, move the empty spool in
the upper part down to the lower
spool
When you load film for the first
time, remove and discard the
protective paper cover which is
attached to the film rails in the
roll
out
compartment
film holder.
CQ,
pull the Roll
of the camera body. At
3. Align the right-hand side of this
empty spool with the lower Spool
‘8
(convex). Slide the spool into
Stud
position making sure that the
side of the spool is properly held
the Spool Clip.
left-
by
4. In
the same manner, insert a
film in the upper compartment. At
that time, check that the film leader
paper is set as shown in the photo
above. (The leader paper inside is
facing outward on the pressure plate.
Note that the film direction is wrong if
the leader paper is facing inward.)
5. Pull out some of the leader paper.
Insert
the tip of the leader paper into
the slot of the lower Take-up Spool.
roll
of
6. Gently rotate the take-up spool as
shown in the photo until the start
mark on the leader paper is aligned
with the start mark
clip.
*
Correctly align the start marks
with each other, making sure that
the film feeds properly. When improper feeding occurs, the proper
number of exposures may not be
taken.
*
Avoid exposing the film to direct sunlight when inserting or
moving film.
(a)
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on the spool
re-
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220 Film Loading Caution
220 films have two types of Start
Mark Lines across the paper
leader. Always use the second one,
a solid line with the legend “Start
Mark for standard cameras”,
located
behind the first, dotted Mark line.
DO NOT use the dotted line for a
start mark.
about 14cm (5
1/2”),
Advancing the Film to the First Frame
7. Insert the loaded Roll Film Insert
into the holder, the film
while squeezing on both sides of the
Release Latch Cc as shown in
illustration. Make sure that is been
properly seated and is locked in place.
Then close cover by firmly pressing
its top against the Roll Film Holder.
*
To close the Back Cover, firmly
press
the top of the back cover on
both sides.
roll
on top,
1 . While spanning the Roll Film Holder
between
,.
finger holding
finger rests, carefully align its Film
Holder Mounting Bracket with the
corresponding center clip of the
camera body.
2. While keeping this alignment, press
the upper part of the Roll Film Holder
against the camera body, so that it
clicks into place by engaging the
spring loaded
your thumb and middle
itit on the rubberized
twin
camera catch.
Set the multiple exposure switching
lever A to the white square mark
(normal mode).
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Shutter Speed Settings
/
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3. Wind up.
Wind up the crank handle until it 1. Set the desired shutter speed
stops. In
number 1 appears, and the film and shutter speed dial.
shutter are set.
the
film counter window, the
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How to set the Shutter Speed Dial
against the white index line (A) on the
2. At the red “A" (for Automatic) and
AEL (for Automatic Lock) settings,
the shutter speed dial is locked
between these two positions. These
settings will only function if an AE
Finder is mounted on the camera. To
release this lock push button (B) while
turning dial.
3. All while numbers are fractional
(i.e.
30
seconds.
=1/30 sec).
The yellow 2 and 4 are full seconds.
“B”
(shutter stays open as long as it
is depressed) is also yellow.
4. Red 60 is
to remind you that it is the fastest
speed useable with electronic flash.
5. Note: When a
Unit, together with SCA 396 module,
is attached to the camera, the camera
sets itself automatically to
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irrespective of the dial setting.
*
When manually selected shutter
speeds are set on the shutter speed
dial, the intermediate shutter
speeds available in the AE
operation are not obtainable.
1/60
sec. It is colored red
Metz
Electronic Flash
1/60
sec.,
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Aperture Ring/Stop-down Operation
*
When the AE Finder is used, be
sure
to return the
(Auto), after having checked the
effect of the manually set aperture.
The AE finder measures the
required exposure through the
lens at maximum aperture and will
give false results if lever is left in
“M”
position.
A/M
lever to “A”
Set the desired f/stop on the aperture Ring 6) by aligning the f/number
with the red reference dot
center of the Scale Ring. The Aper-
ture
Ring has a click stop for each
stop. In-between settings can also
be used.
SC@
in the
The effect the set f/stop will have
upon the picture area can be
firmed on the Finder Screen.
Move the AM Lever on the lens so
f/
that “M” becomes visible-the lens
then can be stopped down
preselected aperture.
to
con-
the
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Focusing
While looking through the viewfinder,
turn the lens Focusing Ring until the
most important subject part appears
sharp and clear.
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Focusing with the Standard Focusing Screen N Type E
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1.
The camera comes equipped with
a bright, Type E, Rangefinder/Microprism Focusing Screen. It features a
center, split-image rangefinder spot
and the subject is in sharp focus
when the split
one.
2. The microprism ring around the
split-image center further facilitates
focusing. The microprisms disappear
only when the subject is in sharp
focus.
images combine into
3. The rest of the ground glass area
can also be used for focusing.
*Interchangeable Focusing
Screens
There are five additional focusing
screens available for specialized
applications. They are easy to
interchange and come with instructions.
Depth of Field
Depth of field is defined as the
of sharpness before and behind the
plane of focus. It depends on camera
subject/distance, focal length of lens,
aperture setting and distance the lens
is focused at.
zone
Reading the Depth of Field Scale
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In
addition
to visual observation, the
Depth of Field can be determined by
using the Depth of Field Scale on
each lens. f/stop numbers
both the right and left side of the red
index mark in the center of the scale
ring. Simply read the figures which
appear above the f/stop numbers on
the distance scale of the lens.
appear on
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For example, with the 80mm
lens focused at 3m and the aperture
set at f/22, the depth of field scale
indicates that the zone of sharp
will extend from about 2m to
f/2.8N
focus
6m.
Film Advance and Unloading Exposed Film
Film Advance
1.
Giving the Film Advance Crank
one complete turn, will cock the shutter and mirror and ready the camera
for the next exposure.
2. When the film is completely ex-
posed (15 exposures on 120, 30 on
220 film), the crank stop will disengage. Continue turning until the paper trailer is completely wound onto
the take-up spool. (About five turns
after the last exposure.)
Unloading Exposed Film
3.
Open the Back Cover, and
the Roll Film Insert. The Exposure
Counter will return to S (start)
automatically.
4. Pull the Spool Clip on the
insert out to
5. Remove the film from the roll film
insert; make sure that the film on the
roll does not loosen, and seal
immediately.
remove
the film.
remove
roll
film
*
Move the empty spool from the
top to the lower (take-up)
compartment, ready for loading
the next film roll.
*Never load, unload or handle film
in direct sunlight.
Using the Self-Timer/Delayed Shutter Release
To use the Self-Timer, set the Shutter Release Selector to
the Shutter Release Button.
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and press
The Battery Check Lamp will light for
8 seconds and blink for 2 seconds,
whereupon the shutter will go off.
*
After using the self-timer mode,
be sure to return the Shutter Release Selector to the White Square.
(Normal mode.)
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To override the self-timer, after
having pressed the release, move
the selector back to the white
square.
*
The Self-Timer can also be overridden by inserting the Dark Slide
into the Film Holder or setting the
camera Shutter Speed Dial to “B”.
Please note:
If you want to use the self-timer
with the shutter speed dial set at
“A” or “AEL” and there is no AE
Finder attached to the camera, it
will not release the shutter even
though the light goes on for 10
seconds. However, when the dial
is set to manual speeds, the self-
timer will function.
Time Exposures
Multiple Exposures
For time exposures set the Shutter
Release
mode, and set the Shutter Speed
Dial to
and both mirror and shutter will stay
open until the shutter release is
pressed again. You may also use a
cable release together with the cable
release adapter. (The battery circuit
will automatically switch off to save
power.)
Selector to c, the self-timer
"B".
Press the shutter release
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"B" can be terminated by shift-
ing the Shutter Release Selector
from
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or the Shutter Speed Dial
from
"B"
Aligning the white dot of the Multiple
Exposure Lever with the yellow
“MULTI” square, disengages the multiple exposure prevention mechanism, and the film will not advance
after an exposure is made and the
Film Advance Crank is turned.
However, the shutter will be
thus making multiple exposures
possible. In this mode the Exposure
Counter will not advance.
recocked,
*
To override the multiple exposure mode or to return to normal
operation, be sure to return the
lever’s White Dot against the white
square and then advance the film.
(If you forget you will continue to
make multiple exposures on the
same
frame.)
Mirror Lock-up Photography
*When
Finder, set the Shutter Speed Dial
to “AEL”. Press the shutter re-
lease halfway and then lock the
mirror up. If set to “A” and the
mirror is locked up, “LT” (long
time) will appear in the finder display and correct exposure cannot
be obtained.
*
be
This is an important feature when the
tripod mounted camera is used at
slow or long exposure times and
particularly also with use of long
telephoto lenses. It eliminates the
possibility of even the slightest “mirror bounce” which may affect image
sharpness.
Move the Mirror look-up Lever to the
yellow ”M.UP”
composed and focused your picture.
This will raise the mirror and the
viewfinder image will be blacked
After use, return lever to normal (white
square) position.
square, after you
@
have
out.
accompanying it.
using the AE Prism
When using a Leaf Shutter Lens,
sure
to read the instructions
Infrared Photography
Infrared light rays-being of longer
wavelength - focus at a slightly dif-
ferent plane and require the following adjustment:
1. Note the Red Index Mark against
which you read your distance scale.
The red infrared index mark is slightly
to its right.
2. After focusing in the usual manner,
read the distance scale and move it
to the right to line up with the infrared
index mark.
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56 8 56 8
The 300mm and 500mm APO lenses
for Mamiya 645 cameras, being also
corrected for infrared light rays, do
not need an index mark for infrared.
*
For proper filter and exposure
information be sure to consult the
instructions enclosed with infrared film.
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Using aTripod
The Mamiya 645 PRO TL Tripod
Socket accepts a standard
mounting screw. For use with tripods
having
unscrew the small black philips head
retaining screw in the center of the
tripod socket. Then
bushing with a thin coin. To re-install
the
ess.
3/8”
mounting screws, first
remove
1/4
bushing, reverse the proc-
1/4”
@
tripod
the
1/4"
Flash Photography
In addition to its standard flash sync system, the Mamiya
645 PRO TL features TTL (through the lens), off the film
(OTF),
electronic flash exposure automation. A flash
sensor located inside the camera body reads the flash
reflected from the film surface at the moment of exposure.
The .sensw is connected via coilcords to a dedicated
electronic Metz SCA 396 thyristor module, which is
attached to the flash shoe of the camera. The module has
an
IS0
dial on which the speed of the film in use is set. The
resulting flash exposure automation determines correct
flash exposure and automatically adjusts the output of the
flash. It also automatically corrects for exposure
compensation ordinarily required when using filters, close-
up bellows or extension tubes. However, as all TTL
systems, it requires manual compensation
in film surface reflection characteristics. Compensation is
made by adjusting the film speed selector setting an SCA
396 module. The amount of compensation is determined
by experimentation.
Important:
Read Operating Instructions which are supplied with
flash unit before use.
Always turn off camera’s
or
removing flash units.
power
switch when attaching
for differences
Attaching Metz Flash Units
Metz flash
60CT-4/45CL-4
Various optional accessories are
needed to attach different
Metz
Flash
Units to the Mamiya 645 TL
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3
_---_---~.--
50MZ-5
Bracket AD401
E’
No No
Double shoe
AD402 0‘
_.-
No
Metz shoe mount flash type Metz flash
This table shows accessories required with various Metz Flash Uunits
Metz
Flash Units
--.-.-__~-_---.-
60CT-4
Shoe
mount
“,“;$;
50MZ-5 Yes Yes No Yes
flash
45CL-4 Yes No
40MZ-3
40MZ-2 Yes
32MZ-3
flash
32Z-2
SCA396 adapter
-_----.__---. _---
IF?
SCA300
adapter
Yes No No No
Yes No No No
Yes
Yes
_-.-.~---~_-~- -.
No No No
No No
m
adapter
--
TTL Flash Photography with
1. Attach a Metz flash unit which
features TTL function to the camera.
Attach the SCA396 module to the
camera’s flash shoe. Connect the
module’s coiled cables to the camera
and the flash unit.
Set the film speed dial on the SCA396
module to the
in use. The range of
1250.
2. Move the flash unit’s power switch
to ON and the mode selector to TTL.
3. Turn the camera’s shutter release
selector switch to ON. When the
charge cycle is completed you will
see an illuminated green
in the middle of the right side of the
IS0
rating for the film
IS0
Metz
is 25 to
5
readylight
Flash Units
0
0
finder. When the SCA396 module is
connected, the camera’s focal plane
shutter will automatically set at
sec,
and ignore the settings on the
shutter speed dial between
1/1000, including A and AEL. Slower
shutter speed settings, however,
(1/30
to 4 sec.) are not affected and
will allow flash synchronization.
4. Set lens to the desired f/stop and
shoot. After the exposure is made,
the illuminated green
confirming proper flash exposure. If
the illuminated green f does not blink
after exposure, it is possible that
f
1/60
1/60
to
blinks,
aperture selected is not within the
exposure/distance range of the flash.
In this case, select a wider aperture
setting. When using flash at
maximum distance, which requires
the full power of theflash
time will be longer. Wait for the
readylight to go on before firing the
next frame. Exposure Compensation
with TTL Flash Automation.
Because TTL Flash automation reads
the light reflecting off the subject,
exposure may require manual
adjusment in cases where subject
and background are predominantly
white or black (e.g. bride in white
dress against white background;
bridegroom in tuxedo against dark
background.) In these instances, the
resulting
under-exposed or over-exposed. For
such situations, adjustment of about
1 to 1
be
Alternatively, a hand held incident
flash meter reading will show proper
exposure in these cases.
TrL
exposure will either be
l/2
f/stops, plus or minus, may
requiredthroughexperimentation.
unit, recyling
Photography with
<Caution>
When using the Hot-shoe,
be sure to put an appropriate
Safety Cover over the X-sync
terminal so that you won’t
receive a high voltage
electric shock if the terminal
is accidentally touched. (A
Safety Cover is put on the
sync terminal when the
camera leaves the factory.)
Non-TTL
Flash Units
X-
Flash
1. When using an electronic flash,
plug the synchronization cord into
the Sync Teminal and set the Shutter
Speed Dial to
*
The Mamiya 645 PRO has an
sync terminal.
Attach a shoe-mount flash to the
shoe of the camera or the Left Hand
Grip GL401 (optional).
synchronization
1/60
sec. or slower.
Chart
X-
hot-
*
Do not use a flash unit
specifically dedicated for another
camera. It may damage your 645
PRO.
*
If you use a flash unit whose
flash duration is slower than
1000 sec., set the shutter speed
dial to
1/30
sec. or slower.
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Holding the Camera Steady and Securely
Eye-level Operation Waist Level Operation
h
Hold the camera as shown in the
illustration, with its base resting on
your left hand, the right hand supporting it from the side and top. Press
both elbows against your body and
activate the shutter release with a
smooth, steady pressure.
For waist level
able to have the Neck Strap attached
and adjusted for your size. During
exposure keep it taut and press the
camera firmly against your body.
operation,
it is deslr-
*
Handholding the camera is even
easier using the Power Drive Grip
WG401 or Left Hand Grip GL401.
Attaching and Removing the Neck Strap
Attaching the Strap to the Camera
1. While pushing down, pull out the
Neck Strap Fastener @ of the attaching clip.
2. Place the hole of the strap fastener
@I
over the Neck Strap on the camera body as illustrated, and pull until
it clicks and locks into place.
With your fingers, pull the Neck Stra
Fastener @I of the attaching clip upward and push part @I in the direction
of the arrow. The strap can now be
removed.
*
When attaching the Strap to the
Neck Strap Lug on the side of the
camera with the Film Advance
Crank, insert the neck strap fastener
@
into the lower part of the
double slot.
P
Basic Accessories
The AE Prism Finder FE401
The Mamiya AE (Automatic Exposure) Prism Finder
FE401
pentaprism guarantees a true, upright image and
features built-in electronic shutter control which ensures
aperture-priority,
in the A or AEL mode.
<3-Way
The FE401 comes with three metering modes: average
metering
capable of automatically selecting AV or SP according to
subject conditions.
The LED display in the viewfinder indicates correct
exposure.
If you forget to extract the Dark Slide when the finder is
being used with the 645 PRO TL, an LED will flash a
warning.
Power Drive Grip WG401
The motorized film transport mechanism is placed in an
ergonomically designed handgrip for speedy (2 f.p.s)
and
continuous shooting. Features include
socket, shutter release lock, multi-exposure switch, first
frame advance, battery check, and power connector
socket for leaf shutter lenses. Uses 6 AA 1.5 V. batteries.
TTL
automatic exposure metering while
Metering System>
(AV),
spot metering (SP). and AV-SP metering
cable
release
AE Reflex Finder
This aperture priority, Keplerian type, automatic (AE)
reflex finder features TTL auto or manual exposure with
center weighted averaging. It offers upright,
viewing with unreversed image.
Exposure is indicated by red and green LEDs.. A built-in
adjustable diopter eyepiece can be set from
viewing convenience without eyeglasses.
Power Drive Grip WG 402
This simplified, compact, lightweight grip
lithium battery. It has a shutter release with lock and
offers single frame exposure mode.
FK402
uses
eyelevel
+/-5
for
one 6 V.
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Roll Film Holders
120 Roll Film Holder HA401
220 Roll Film Holder
135 Roll Film Holder HC401
(with Panoramic Adapter)
Polaroid Land Pack Film Holder HP401
Metz TTL Flash Unit
Shoe Mount
60CT-4
etc.
Handle Mount
40MZ-3
HE401
Flash Bracket AD401
etc.
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Interchangeable Lenses
:
Wide-angle Lenses
Telephoto
Standard Lenses
Zoom Lenses : Zoom 55 - 110mm f/4.5N,
Special Effect Lenses :
Leaf Shutter Lenses : A55mmf/2.8N/L,A80mm
Tele-Converter
Lenses: 150mm f/3.5N,
35mm
55mm f/2.8N
f/2.8, 210mm f/4N
ULD300mmf/5.6N,A200mm
f/2.8 APO,
f/2.8APO,
f/4.5
APO/500mm
::
80mm
Zoom
f/4.5
Fish-eye ULD24mmf/4
50mm
Macro
f/2.8N/L, A150mm f/3.8N/L
:
2
x Tele-Converter
f/3.5N.
45mm
A150mm
A300mm
A500mm
f/5.6
f/1.
.9N, 80mm f/2.8N,
ULD105 1
f/4.
120mm
210mm
Macro 80mm f/4N
f/4M
f/2.8N,
Shift
System Chart
PnSm
FiIlder
FP40,
AE Fl”&l FK402
wa,st Level Fin&i
N
Trouble Shooting
*
If the camera should fail to function properly,
please check the following:
1. The Shutter Release Button cannot be depressed.
Push the Battery Check Button.
If the lamp does not light, check:
Is a Battery in the camera?
If yes, is it correctly inserted? (Polarity)
Is it dead?
If the lamp does light, check:
Has the Film Holder Dark Slide been pulled?
Is the Shutter Release Selector in the locked
(Red Dot) position?
If so, move it to the White Square and try again.
Is the Shutter Speed Dial in the “A”
position?
If so, turn to other setting and try again.
or
“AEL”
2. The finder is black or very dark.
Has the Lens Cap been removed?
“M.UP”
Is the Mirror-up Lever in the
If so, turn the lever to the White Square.
Is the “AM” setting on the lens at
Field Preview)?
If so,
move
it to
“A”.
3. The Roll Film Holder cannot be removed from the
camera body.
Insert the Dark Slide.
4. The developed film has fewer exposures than
fied.
Most likely the
properly when the film was loaded. (See load
ing instructions page 20)
5. The Film Advance Crank continues to turn and does
not stop.
Was the Roll Film Insert placed in the Roll Film
Holder?
Was the empty fim spool left in the upper
compartment?
Start
Mark had not been aligned
position?
“M”
(Depth of
Speci-
Mamiya 645 PRO TL Specifications
Camera type
Actual negative site
Film type
Film loading
Standard lenses
Lens mount
Shutter
Shutter speed
Shutter release
Mirror
Viewfinder
Focusing screen
Field of view
6X4.5cm electronically focal-plane shutter SLR
56mm X41.5mm
120 roll film
220 roll film (30 exposures)
Polaroid pack film (Polaroid 100, 600 series)
135 roll film in film cartridge
Daylight loading
Mamiya-Sekor C 80mm
Mamiya-Sekor C 80mm f/1
M645
Moving coil, electronic controlled focal-plane shutter
(Manual) 4 sec.
(Auto) 8 sec. Electromagnetic release.
Selectable release lock or self-timer mode.
Instant return, front coated mirror, with mirror lock-up capability.
Interchangeable (Waist Level Finder N, Prism Finder FP401, AE Prism Finder FE401 and AE Finder FK402)
Standard: Rangefinder
(Same as the M645 Super)
94%
(15
exposures)
-
interchangeable film holders with film speed dial
f/2.8N
.9N
bayonet mount (applicable to all M645 lenses)
-1/1000
sec., B (T)
1/1000
sec. (When the AE Finder is used.)
Spot/Microprism
with Fresnel Lens,accessory screens available.
.
Things to Watch
*
When using the AE Prism Finder FE401
When using this finder it is imperative that the Film
Speed Dial on the Roll Film Holder is properly set for
the
IS0
number of the loaded film, as it interfaces with
this finder. If not done, wrong exposures may result.
* When the mirror is locked in the up position.
The Focal Plane Shutter Curtain may be damaged if
the camera faces strong light sources, especially the
sun. Return mirror to normal position or use lens cap
to prevent such damage.
Common Sense Camera Care and Practice
Your Mamiya 645 PRO TL is a precision mechanicaloptical-electronic instrument, built for heavy and reliable
professional use. It will reward you with a long service life or
if properly treated and maintained. Please observe these* Periodically exercise your camera and lenses by
common sense
Read instructions before using camera.
Protect camera against shocks and falls. Use all lenses repeatedly.
neckstrap supplied with it, whenever possible.
Protect camera against rain and moisture. If it gets
wet, wipe it with a soft, clean cloth.
Do not touch lens or mirror surfaces. To
use air blower or lens tissue. To remove fingerprints
use lens tissue and lens cleaning fluid if necessary.
Do not touch gold plated contacts on camera body,
lenses, rollfilm holders and AE Finders. If necessary.
wipe them with a clean, dry cloth.
Operate the film advance lever with even, measured
strokes, to assure proper spacing.
Always test your equipment before going on important
assignments.
rules:
remove
dust
Storage
*
When storing camera
Turn shutter release selector dial to the red dot. (Off
position)
Leave shutter and mirror in uncocked position.
The same applies to leaf shutter lenses.
:
+
Do not store camera at temperatures exceeding 40%
(lOYF)and-lO’C(15”F)andprotect
sea air environment.
making blind exposures at various shutter speeds.
Also move the diaphragm ring and focusing mounts of
Battery Advice
*
The battery
may have been subject to storage conditions which
have reduced its service
always carry spare batteries.
Be sure to wipe battery contacts before inserting it, in
order to insure proper contact.
Be sure to observe proper polarity. (Match +pole of
battery with
Battery life varies, depending on make, frequency of
use, age, storage condition and ambient temperature.
(Place battery in External Battery Case accessory
which you wear inside your clothing, when
photographing in cold climates)
*
Always remove the battery when camera is not used
for longer than a few weeks and store it in a cool,
place.
@
:
supplied
+mark
with the camera by the factory
in battery chamber.)
life. Check
it against humid
it before use and
dry
Special Advice To Professional Photographers
Your Mamiya 645 PRO TL is designed for heavy
service
professional use and will give you a long
properly maintained. Your camera and lenses have
many moving parts which require periodic lubrication. Its
electronic components, too, are subject to wear and tear
and are affected by ambient conditions like dust, sand,
sea air, heat and moisture.
If cameras had odometers like automobiles. it would be
easier to specify servicing schedules. May we suggest
that if you shoot thousands of film rolls
your equipment annually for servicing by the Mamiya
distributor in your country
per
year, you send
life if
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